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Flashover fires — it’s not common for the general population to know about them, but you’d be hard-pressed to find a good firefighter who doesn’t have some understanding of the phenomenon; probably because it’s one of the leading causes of firefighter deaths in the United States.

Breaking barriers: Across the Northwoods, responders train to navigate autism spectrum emergencies

Dozens of local law enforcement officers and first responders from around the Northwoods came out this week to attend a series of free trainings about how to interact with individuals on the autism spectrum in emergency situations.

Northwoods businesses brace for slower summer season amid tariff uncertainty

In a moment that may define his second presidential term, President Donald Trump announced a sweeping round of tariffs on U.S. imported goods from dozens of countries last week. The executive order is bound to effect businesses, from Wall Street to Oneida Street — but just how remains to be seen.

Pavement resurfacing planned for Minocqua-Woodruff this summer

As harsh winter weather continues to hold spring hostage, the Northwoods barrels closer to the clear skies, warm sun, slow traffic and noisy machinery of Wisconsin’s other season: road construction.

Autism expert offers emergency response training April 8-9, public invited

Miscommunication can be deadly in any emergency situation, and may be more likely to arise when assisting someone on the autism spectrum. Fortunately, local law enforcement and first responders have the opportunity next week to listen to one of the leading experts on how to interact with people with autism in emergency situations.

Save More Marketplace named IGA USA Retailer of the Year

Save More Marketplace owners Brian and Julie Krueger were named USA Retailers of the Year by the Independent Grocers Alliance at the IGA Awards of Excellence Ceremony on Feb. 24 in Las Vegas. Save More is one of only eight U.S. retailers out of over 2,200 to be selected for this award.

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